Understanding Sacramental Marriage

These flashcards cover key concepts related to sacramental marriage as discussed in the lecture, providing definitions and important context.

Sacramental Marriage

A union between a baptized man and woman that is blessed in the Church, requiring full consent and openness to life.

Dispensation

Permission granted by the bishop to marry outside of the church under special circumstances.

Open to Life

A requirement in sacramental marriage indicating that couples should not use contraception and should be open to having children.

Indelible Mark

A permanent spiritual mark received during the sacraments of baptism, confirmation, and matrimony.

Self-Giving Love

The essence of love within sacramental marriage, which contrasts with lust and focuses on giving rather than receiving.

Covenant

A sacred agreement in marriage that establishes a lifelong bond between spouses, reflecting the relationship between Christ and the Church.

Conditional Marriage

Marriage viewed as temporary or easily dissolved, which contradicts the Church's understanding of sacramental marriage.

Role of Husband and Wife

In a sacramental marriage, husbands are called to love sacrificially, while wives are asked to respect their husbands; both are equally important.

Holy Spirit's Role

The Holy Spirit seals the marital covenant, providing grace and strength to the spouses.

Sacrifice in Marriage

The daily acts of denying oneself for the good of the spouse, embodying the self-giving nature of love.